If you are looking for a hiking route in San Mateo (Gran Canaria), which combines nature, panoramic views and medium technical difficulty, the circular route Las Lagunetas, San Mateo is an excellent option. This walk will take you through Rural landscapes, Canary Island pine forests, caves, spectacular cliffs and trails surrounded by native flora such as blue tajinaste. Do you want to know all the details to make it on your own? Keep reading, We tell you everything you need to know to enjoy this experience to the fullest.
Circular hiking route from Las Lagunetas, San Mateo
This circular route Las Lagunetas begins in the small town of The Lagoons, a rural enclave in the heart of Gran Canaria. The route is 8,30 km with a positive gradient of almost 500 meters, which makes it a route of intermediate difficultyAlong the way, you will pass through pine forest areas, cliffs with incredible formations and natural viewpoints that will allow you to contemplate the beauty of the island. Also, in March, which is when we recorded this route, You can see the Blue Tajinaste in bloom, a species endemic to Gran Canaria.
Technical data of the route
| Distance | 8,30 km |
| Estimated duration | 2 hours |
| Positive gradient | 500 m |
| Difficulty | Intermedia |
| Circular | Yes |
| Best time | Winter |
It is recommended Take the route in winter or spring to enjoy the vegetation in all its splendor. In summer, temperatures can be higher and the landscape much more arid. In any case, You must bring enough water and food, since there are no shops along the way.
Places of interest on this route from Las Lagunetas
- Village of Las Lagunetas: A charming mountain hamlet with traditional houses and a peaceful atmosphere, perfect for starting and ending your hike. As you can see, its church is beautiful.
- Native flora: During the tour you will be able to see species such as the blue tajinaste, ferns and Canary Island pines.
- Ramirez Caves and Cliffs: An area of impressive rock formations that mark the landscape of the hike.
- Views of Roque Nublo. There is a section of the route where we will encounter some Unique panoramic views of the famous Roque Nublo, as well as the town of Las Lagunetas from the top. Of course, all this as long as there is no fog, something very common in this area of the island.
Tips for doing the Las Lagunetas circular route
- Wear hiking shoes with good grip, as some sections can be slippery.
- Check the weather forecast before leaving, with rain it can be dangerous and there may be landslides in the cliff area.
- Bring water and some food, since there are no supply points along the route.
- Download a GPS track to follow the path correctly and avoid getting lost.
GPS track of the Las Lagunetas circular route, San Mateo
To enjoy the circular route Las Lagunetas safely, we recommend you follow a track. You can download it below in .gpx format to follow it from a Garmin-type GPS watchYou can also follow it with mobile apps that read tracks like Guru Maps. This will allow you to stay on the trail and avoid getting lost on back roads. If you don't know how to use these files, here is a guide detailed guide. The tracks that we offer have a small cost, not only to help maintain this project dedicated to Gran Canaria, but also as a way of protect these spaces from excessive influx. Thank you for respecting our environment and supporting our content!
Remember that you can discover more hiking trails in Gran Canaria on our blog, from easy to more difficult routes. We also invite you to explore other places what to see in San Mateo, one of the most beautiful areas for hiking on the island. In fact, if you still don't know this circle around San Mateo and the La Mina Ravine, take a look.
Where to eat in Las Lagunetas after the route
After completing the route, we recommend you make a stop at Perera Bar, one of the best options to enjoy the Local gastronomy near Las LagunetasThis bar is famous for its canarian food home and its welcoming atmosphere, ideal for replenishing energy after the walk. In Las Lagunetas there is also a restaurant called Guanche land, we personally do not know it yet, But when we finished the walk, tourist buses were arriving.. The Bar Perera is a sure hit and here you cannot miss its old clothes (they make it dry), watercress stew and pork meat.
And here ends this kicking and eating by San MateoWe hope you enjoy this route and are encouraged to continue exploring Gran Canaria on foot. Follow us on Instagram @welovegrancanaria and in the whatsapp channel to stay up to date with more plans and routes around the island.
Video of the Las Lagunetas circular route
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Gran Canaria Guides
If you are visiting Gran Canaria for the first time and want to make the most of your stay without wasting time looking for information, we recommend our digital guides. We have a complete guide, another specific one of beaches and natural pools, one dedicated to the best restaurants ranked by municipality and detailed itineraries per day to discover the island in an organized way. All guides are available at Spanish and EnglishYou can see all the packs by clicking on the image below.
Hello! I am Ruth, Canarian with a traveling soul. With training and experience in the tourism and digital marketing sector. In this blog I tell you all the tips you need to get to know the most authentic side of Gran Canaria on your own. I also share my travel guides to all the places in the world that I am visiting so that you can discover the destinations like a local and save time planning. In addition to traveling, I love gastronomy and sports. I run and hike in the mountains with my “dog-children” (Silver and Plata). In all these adventures my partner accompanies me, Jorge, which you will also see a lot on this blog.
Great route in the heart of Gran Canaria nature.
Thank you very much.
thank you very much!